The Holiday Bookends Class

As you might know, I provide Vegan Boutique Culinary Demonstrations and Tastings. In keeping with the season, the class on December 4 was Holiday Bookends – Savory Starts and Fragrant Finishes. Thirteen students gathered for a Holiday feast.

In the cold winter months when the house is closed up and I am chilled to the bones (I am an absolute sissy in cold weather!), there is nothing better than the anticipation of a yummy warm-me-to-the-core pot of goodness that is simmering away on the stove, perfuming the kitchen with its aromatic flavors.

This Fennel Mushroom Ragu is, in its simplicity, precisely one of these meals. Adorn it over pasta, or as the crowning glory atop grilled polenta cakes or tofu, or toss with pasta and vegan ricotta for a baked pasta casserole. Add a protein—such as beefless tips or chickenless strips for a heartier, stick-to-your-ribs dish. Possibilities abound…enjoy!